Our guide to health and fitness in Manchester brings you everything from beautiful parks to running, cycling and walking routes, yoga and meditation, friendly gyms and peaceful places to go.
Forget a quiet walk in the park - there's a way to experience from high up in the canopy, and it involves a lot of swinging, bouncing, and complete chaos. Right inside one of Manchester's largest green spaces is Zip Wo...
Spring brings plenty of highlights—from the milder weather to that crisp morning dew—but nothing quite tops the sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom. For a fleeting moment each March and April, these t...
Rain or shine, spring is starting to... spring. The cherry blossoms are rearing their heads and our hearts are fluttering at the sight of the odd daffodil; and as always, Manchester is truly benefitting f...
Chester Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in the country, with millions of visitors each year. So, it's only natural that the sought-after spot is expanding, bringing a brand-new permanent attraction to...
More than two years after the felling of the much-loved Sycamore Gap tree, a sapling recovered from it has been planted in the Manchester area of Newton Heath. The sapling was planted during a public celebration on Wedn...
On February 21, Manchester’s ABBA® fans and flare-wearing runners flocked to Heaton Park for the Abbathon. Some took on the 5K, others the 10K, while plenty were there to cheer from the sidelines. But whether you were r...
Manchester’s biggest International Women’s Day yoga celebration has already sold out once — and now a second date has just been added. Taking over , this special one-off event blends a relaxing yoga session with the...
We're often reminded of how lucky we are here in the UK, to have such incredible on our doorstep. This is particularly prevalent here in the north of the country, with world-renowned spots like the , and beautiful , m...
is here and every year the National Lottery comes up trumps with its . One thing we can benefit from in Manchester this is a visit to RHS Garden Bridgewater for just £1, as part of National Lottery Open Week 2026. Ho...
Young Mancunians aged 11 to 16 years old could soon receive free access to gym and fitness services in Manchester. The move features in Manchester City Council's budget for the 2026/27 financial year, whi...